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Tuesday, November 12, 2019

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From Sangamon Sun

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 50: Senate Republicans introduce legislation to ensure independent investigations of ethics violations

By Press release submission | 6 days ago

The Senate Republican Caucus took action today to restore public trust in an honest and ethical state government.

From Peoria Standard

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Senate Week in Review: October 28 – November 1, 2019

By Press release submission | 6 days ago

The Senate Republican Caucus took action during the week to restore public trust in an honest and ethical state government by introducing legislation to ensure independent investigations of members of the General Assembly.

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From Prairie State Wire

Ideas Illinois chairman calls Pritzker's promotion of fair tax proposal 'inappropriate at best,' illegal at worst

By Glenn Minnis | 13 days ago

As chairman of the Vote No on the Blank Check Amendment, Greg Baise is demanding that Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker put an end to what he sees as an abuse of state taxpayers.

From South Central Illinois News

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 50: McClure helps secure major road repairs for Central Illinois

By Press Release | 14 days ago

$700 million dollars in much-needed road repairs and construction projects will soon be underway within the geographic boundaries of the 50th Senate District as part of IDOT’s multi-year construction plan, according to State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield).

From Quincy Reporter

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: 47th District to receive $68.1 million for FY 2020 road projects

By Press Release | 14 days ago

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has allocated more than $68.1 million for construction projects in the 47th Senate District during Fiscal Year 2020, according to Senator Jil Tracy.

From Prairie State Wire

Illinois property taxes continue to stifle housing market, IPI reports

By Glenn Minnis | 19 days ago

Housing sales in Illinois continue to lag below the national average as the state's rising property taxes have all but crippled the market.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Ives not surprised that Exelon, ComEd, Madigan are key figures in federal corruption probe

By Glenn Minnis | 19 days ago

Jeanne Ives is not surprised to hear that Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) may be at the heart of a widening public corruption probe centered on Commonwealth Edison's lobbying practices.

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Senate Week in Review: October 14-18, 2019

By Press release submission | Oct 23, 2019

During the upcoming fall veto session, during which they generally take action on bills vetoed by the Governor, Illinois lawmakers could also be asked to consider a proposal to consolidate suburban and downstate pension plans, and new bills being filed by lawmakers.

From Sangamon Sun

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 50: Honor your family's veterans at the Capitol

By Press release submission | 28 days ago

As Veterans Day approaches, and we look for ways to honor Illinois veterans and tell their incredible stories, State Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) is asking constituents to submit a photo and tribute to a loved one who has served in the United States Armed Forces to be displayed on the Veterans Day “Wall of Honor” in the Illinois State Capitol Nov. 4-15.

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Senate Week in Review: October 6-11, 2019

By Press release submission | Oct 15, 2019

As part of Fire Prevention Week, October 6-12, the Illinois State Fire Marshal is offering safety tips to keep your family safe.

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ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 93: Rep. Hammond Co-Sponsors Resolution Urging Congress to Pass the USMCA

By Press release submission | Oct 13, 2019

Rep. Hammond Co-Sponsors Resolution Urging Congress to Pass the USMCA

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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Illinois is least tax-friendly state

By Press release submission | Oct 9, 2019

Personal finance publication Kiplinger has ranked all U.S. states to determine which is the most, and the least, tax-friendly, based on the tax burden placed on residents.

From South Central Illinois News

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 50: Senator McClure welcomes dozens of students to try their hand at proposing legislation

By Press release submission | 1 month ago

More than 60 students spent their day in Springfield learning about state and local government, debating issues, and proposing new laws, all as part of State Senator Steve McClure’s (R-Springfield) Youth Advisory Council program.

From West Cook News

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 7: Community Shred Day to be held on Oct. 12, 2019

By Press release submission | 1 month ago

Join me on Saturday, October 12, 2019 for our last Shred Day Event of the year.

From Peoria Standard

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 93: Rep. Hammond Appointed to Firearm Task Force.

By Press release submission | 1 month ago

Rep. Hammond Appointed to Firearm Task Force.

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Illinois needs independent budget board, political analyst says

By Kyla Asbury | Oct 6, 2019

Political analyst Jim Nowlan insists that Illinois needs to appoint an independent board that will better account for the long-ignored pension crisis, a broken Medicaid system and countless other issues in formulating the state budget.

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Rodney Brockley donates $1,000 to Norine Hammond's election campaign

By Local Labs News Service | Oct 3, 2019

Rodney Brockley donated $1,000 to Republican Norine Hammond's election campaign committee, Citizens for Hammond, on Oct. 3, according to records obtained from the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE).

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Rodney Brockley donates $1,000 to D'tycoon Brown's election campaign

By Local Labs News Service | Oct 3, 2019

Rodney Brockley donated $1,000 to D'tycoon Brown's election campaign committee, Citizens for Hammond, on Oct. 3, according to records obtained from the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE).

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Rodney Brockley donates $1,000 to Mayers Richard's election campaign

By Local Labs News Service | Oct 3, 2019

Rodney Brockley donated $1,000 to Mayers Richard's election campaign committee, Citizens for Hammond, on Oct. 3, according to records obtained from the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE).

From Prairie State Wire

FBI and IRS raid three villages in Sen. Sandoval's 11th District

By Zeta Cross | 1 month ago

Within three days after FBI and IRS agents raided the home and offices of Illinois state Sen. Martin Sandoval (D-Chicago) , agents made early morning raids on three southwest villages in Sandoval’s district.